Developing Leaders in a Fast Growing Organisation with Phil Yetzes

In this exciting interview, Adam speaks Phil Yetzes, L&D Lead in the Nuclear Business Unit at Morgan Sindall. 

He is passionate about leadership development and has crafted bespoke programs for senior executives and trained managers in effective communication and change management.

In this episode, Adam and Phil discuss: 

1. The importance of psychological safety in L&D initiatives. 
2. Training the next generation of workers and filling the skills gaps. 
3. The benefits of implementing coaching into the workplace. 
4. Training people to be brilliant people managers. 
5. The challenges of implementing training in a fast growing organisation. 

Connect with Phil on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/phillyetzes/

What is The Assembly?

The Assembly: Where L&D Minds Assemble

The future of workplace learning doesn’t live in theory — it lives in lived experience, fresh research, and honest conversations.
That’s what The Assembly delivers.

Hosted by Adam Lacey, Co-Founder of Assemble You and digital learning veteran, and Brigid McCormack, a newcomer to the world of L&D, this is your go-to space for rich, real talk on what’s driving L&D forward.

In each episode, you’ll find:
Richer insights that go beyond surface-level tips to unpack what really works in learning today
Expert perspectives from leaders shaping the L&D landscape
Access to new research on tech, methods, and innovations defining tomorrow’s learning culture
Practical strategies you can use right now to build essential skills like leadership, communication, and adaptability

Whether you’re designing programs, shaping strategy, or driving culture change — if learning is your thing, this is your podcast.

Formally known as L&D Challenges.